It’s funny, you don’t expect to learn about the history of certain gear when attending a trade show, but it happens. When I stopped by the Hi-Tech booth, not only did I see some rad footwear, I also learned a thing or two. For instance: did you know that Hi-Tec was the first company to…
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Klymit gets cush at Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market
We’ve covered a lot of products from Klymit over the years, as we’ve been ever impressed with their brand of light weight, inflatable camping pads and argon insulated jackets and vests. So it was no surprise when we found even more innovation from this Ogden-based company at the Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market. First, they’ve…
Sierra Designs battles the elements with ultralight gear at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market
As if there weren’t enough reasons to have your eyes on Sierra Designs impressive outdoor gear, they’ve upped the ante again. At Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, SD rolled out three new ways of beating the elements in the backcountry. The company has rethought what you will hike in, what you will use for shelter, and…
Spenco Footcare pampers feet at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2012
“Love your feet” is Spenco’s slogan, and it’s clear that they do. I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect when I visited their booth at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, but it didn’t take long to figure out they are serious when it comes to your dogs. And why shouldn’t they be? After all, whether you…
New shells and shirts from Season Five at Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market
Season Five made waves at last year’s Outdoor Retailer with their unique shirts and shorts that are a sort of cross between rash guard and wet suit. Inspired by standup paddle boarding, the innovative fabric was a big hit for its waterproofiness and insulative properties. This year, Season Five is expanding their line to more…
High Sierra is ready to go packing at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2012
There’s just something about a brand new pack that makes my eyes light up. High Sierra knows how outdoor brains operate, and they had plenty of eye candy on display in their booth at this summer’s Outdoor Retailer. Whether it’s hitting the dusty trail, taking an off-piste hike or slogging through the line at the…
Montana Fly Company casts out gear at Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market
Montana Fly Company is one of many brands making an appearance at Outdoor Retailer, as fly fishing gains in popularity among hikers, skiers and rock climbers. The peace and quiet of casting flies into a flowing river and catching fish is a joy that’s been well known among the hunter/fisher types, but has only recently…
Adidas kicks it new school at Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market
It’s still the brand that Run-D.M.C. rocked in the 80’s, but man has Adidas come a long way. Sure, you can still grab a pair of shell toes, but if you’re a runner, water sports enthusiast or mountain lover, they now have you covered in style…and tech. At the 2012 Outdoor Retailers Summer Market, the…
Cascade Designs unveils new sleeping, cooking and hydration solutions at Outdoor Retailer 2012 Summer Market
Cascade Designs isn’t just a company that makes kick-ass outdoor gear, it’s seven brands in one! Therm-A-Rest, Platypus, SeaLine, MSR, Hummingbird, PackTowel and ECase all fall under the Cascade Designs umbrella. There was plenty to see at their booth, but the main thrust this year was sleeping, eating and filtering water. The most exciting addition…
Outdoor Retailer Open Air Demo 2012 – SUP you’re mine!
When people ask me what I think about the Summer Outdoor Retailer Open Air Demo at Jordenelle Reservoir, I can’t help but put a huge smile on my face. I had the opportunity to do so many awesome things for the very first time: stand-up paddle boarding (SUP), geocaching, dunk someone in a dunk tank,…